Loving my Oldies

Frankly, I'd be forgetting the landlord and be planting as much lavender as possible. It is supposed to be a natural flea repellant and all the others that Newfsie mentioned. 5 acres and no trees . I would have planted every tree native to the area . I would [almost] kill for 5 acres.

Agree with this. With regard to sudden onset reactions and cumulative aversion, I used to think people "with allergies" were putting it on . Truly! I couldn't believe people were allergic to "things". Have I been paid back in spades for not being sympathic and understanding. Guess what I've been doing most of the day? Coughing and sneezing and blowing and I have no idea why. And another. I do hope you can find some answers soon.

When she had a dog herself, he slept on her bed. I think it is the NUMBER of dogs I have that she can't cope with ;) - and I do understand, really. :D And to go back to the topic: I cannot imagine myself taking my dogs anywhere without asking first.

Luckily we live in different cities, but on the few occasions when my eldest sister has visited me, she asks me to shut the dogs out. She always says that it is because her husband doesn't really like to be jumped all over ;) , but I know she is the one who finds being in a household of several dogs stressful. They are dirty, you know. LOL

I often thought of doing that with the ashes of the first little dog I had cremated because I have a long swatch of her hair from her beautiful tail. Having had several more little dogs cremated since Calypso, I am convinced that I don't have her. The amount of ashes I have would probably be for the size of a Border Collie or similar and Calypso was a 2kg Maltese . I think the outfit at the time (RSPCA) was just putting any number of dogs into the Crematorium and sending off a random scoop. It no longer worries me (except for the fact that places are being so dishonest and playing fast and loose with people's emotions), because I have photographs and memories, but initially it is extremely upsetting.

I haven't examined this, but I will when I get home. Your friends, may have friends, who have friends . . . . . . . NZVizsla I was asked this morning when I was going to join Facebook and I asked, "Why and what for?" Maybe this is the answer. Will look at again. Anyway

That is another sad event, Kimzy. It is always confronting when you take delivery of a little urn (I have 8 ). I am very sad that Princess has gone to god, and that your experience has been mixed to say the least. She was obviously an extremely precious little soul and I hope having her home will be a comfort. When one of my little dogs was killed, a lovely person made a large candle with his image on it. This is in my study and some days the aroma is all through the room and I think of it as Tirra's aura. From time to time I pick up the candle to breathe in and relish the gorgeous perfume and think of how much I loved this little dog. It still cuts me up and breaks my heart that he has gone, but I can get comfort and pleasure now for having something beautiful and tangible to remember him by.

Did you actually talk to a real live person, or did you have to leave a message?

Huh? That's what you would expect.

Only thing I can think of is to call the local member. AND centre management. Poor little creatures.

That is good news. Your OH is probably a bit "sensitive" at the moment having had his working hours reduced and not having the income you were all relying on, so I guess it is understandable that he would feel uncomfortable able getting help from strangers. Remember, though, that there are many very very genuine people here on DOL who would go to any lengths to help people whose animals are in distress. Looking forward to hearing that Boots is once again a happy healthy pup and to seeing photos. Well done.

Fantastic news.

Start ringing around.

Oh yes, her eyes. Wipe them with cotton wool ball soaked in warm. Even give her little drop of human eye drops if you have them.

At least give the poor little thing a bath to get rid of some of the fleas. Ring up the Salvation Army or St Vincent de Paul. Pawn something. Your little dog needs help. Don't you have any work colleagues who might be able to help out.

My medical/veterinary knowledge is virtually nil, but doesn't this sometimes indicate bleeding? I hope the pathology tests can point you all in the right direction. In the meantime, big hugs and smooches for Grover.

All at Myrtle Street are sending best wishes and sincere hopes that Grover makes a full recovery.

she's putting on weight every day. I had a day where she didn't eat much and I got worried but she's better again today and had her first dry food breakfast without needing any encouragement. Often I have to either soak it in broth or play games with her to get to start eating it, but this morning I put hers down just like the others and she started eating it straight away. I think she's probably gained about 800 grams since I got her just over a week ago. She's very loving and playful, which makes me think her owners are kind and gentle with her, she's the sweetest little thing. She's gorgeous. I want to hear that she is staying with you

Oh, well said. Just so true.

And in the second one, he is giving the thumbs up - LOL

You know those jugs in an old fashioned abultion set ................

Nah, check out Jed. I reckon they're in league :D

Well, hardly. You are more likely to get an unattractive Maltese than you are to get an unattractive cross or pure Shih Tzu. The only problem is owners who don't look after them properly. Staining is easily fixed and will disappear by washing every few days with proper eyewash instead of all the rubbish that is advertised. I always have a bottle of Optrex (eyewash from the chemist) on hand and do all the dogs (white or not ) every day or so.

Terrific news, Caz, for both girls. Great that you had a catch up as well. All in all, quite an emotional day for you :rolleyes: .

Wonderful photos and updates, K9A. (I love the bib on the tiger, BTW. :rolleyes: ) What a great relationship your boys are being taught to have (or probably have naturally) with all the animals. Very heartwarmding.